Sustainable Adhesive
What are Sustainable Adhesives?
Sustainable adhesives are adhesives developed with consideration of ecological, social, and economic aspects, covering the entire product lifecycle from manufacturing to disposal. These adhesives reduce the ecological footprint without compromising performance.
Properties of Sustainable Adhesives
- Reduced use of hazardous substances and solvents
- IBOA-free formulations for workplace safety possible
- Bio-based raw materials as alternatives to fossil materials
- Energy-efficient curing processes
- Reduced CO₂ emissions in production
- Recyclable or compostable formulations
Sustainability Aspects
- Raw material sourcing: Renewable and certified materials
- Production: Energy-efficient manufacturing processes
- Processing: Solvent-free systems for clean manufacturing
- Lifetime: Aging-resistant connections
- Disposal: Environmentally compatible materials
Environmental Benefits
- Reduction of VOC emissions during processing
- Lower energy consumption through UV curing
- 1-Component Systems: Less material waste
- Long-lasting connections reduce repair requirements
Applications
- Automotive: Lightweight bonding for electric vehicles
- Medica Technology: Biocompatible and safe systems
- Consumer goods: Environmentally friendly product bonding
- Electronics: Energy-efficient manufacturing processes
Certifications and Standards
- REACH compliance: Restriction of hazardous substances
- RoHS compliance: Restriction of hazardous substances in electronics
- Cradle-to-Cradle: Circular economy principles
- ISO 14001: Environmental management system
Processing Advantages
- Microdispensing: Minimal material waste
- UV curing: Energy-efficient alternative to heat curing
- Dispensing Valves: Precise application without excess
- Solvent-free processing for clean environments
DELO Adhesive Solutions
- Growing portfolio of sustainable adhesive formulations
- Environmentally conscious development without performance compromises
- Sustainability documentation for customers and certifications
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